gingivectomies
/ˌdʒɪndʒɪˈvɛktəmiz/
noun
- Surgical procedures to remove part of the gum tissue (gingiva), often to treat gum disease or reshape the gums.
- After several gingivectomies, her gums healed and the pockets around her teeth became shallower.
- Modern gingivectomies are often done with lasers to reduce bleeding and recovery time.
- The periodontist performed two gingivectomies last week to treat severe gum infections.